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Newsweek
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
40-Pound Dog Meets 0.9-Pound Kitten—His Reaction Goes Viral
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A viral TikTok video shows a big dog's hilarious reaction to seeing a tiny kitten for first time, and internet users can't stop laughing at it. The clip shared on Tuesday under the username @.pinkskates, shows the large-sized dog perching on the veterinarian's lap, looking terrified as the doctor sitting next to him holds a sleeping newborn kitten, a few feet away. "Aw, it's so terrifying, so scary …" the veterinarians can be heard saying as they try to make the pup comfortable. "A 40lb dog courageously confronts a 0.9lb kitten," the poster writes in the clip " … Harrowing," she continues in the caption. Despite the fact that they're often bigger than their feline counterparts, it is not very uncommon for dogs to be scared of cats. But what makes these small furballs terrifying to our dogs? Canada Vet says this fear is usually due to a mix of instincts, past experiences, and the felines' powerful personalities. Maybe your dog experienced a cat's claws or bites before and they still remember how it felt, which can cause fear. Not all dogs, however, are afraid of cats, and their size and breed play a part in this. Certain breeds, like smaller ones, or those bred for companionship, are more likely to be afraid of cats. When adding a dog to your cat household, or vice versa, it is important that you choose the right match. While it is true that most canines can be trained to live with felines, some breeds are better suitable to life with cats than others. Burns Court Veterinary Care explains that breeds such as Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, and beagles are the canines that get along best with cats, because of their friendly manners, which not all other dogs share. For cats, the breeds that are most likely to accept a dog into their life include Maine coons, rag-dolls, and Siamese. Stock image: A dog and a cat look at each other in the yard. Stock image: A dog and a cat look at each other in the yard. getty images The video quickly went viral on social media and has so far received over 938,000 views and more than 281,000 likes on the platform. One user, Lacy Thompson-Harper, commented: "My kitten has NO EYES and is 1 lb, and my 80 lb pittie shakes and cries." Idiot_in_space posted: "TBF [to be fair], how many people are scared of 0.5oz spiders?" Cassandra Appell added: "Look you laugh now, but that dog clearly had been in a house with a kitten before. It's all fun and games until that gray fur-ball wakes up and sinks its claws into your ankles." Newsweek reached out to @.pinkskates for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Dog Raised by Cats Has Internet in Stitches: '10/10 Loaf'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A pit-bull named Opie has baffled social media users with his ability to act exactly like the cats who raised him, in a viral video that has received over 30.8 million views and 6.7 million likes on TikTok so far. The hilarious clip, shared on Saturday under the username @justopiethings, shows the pup effortlessly curling into a loaf, squeezing into tiny cat beds, and displaying behaviors similar to those of his feline siblings. "Do yo want to see what a pit-bull raised by cats looks like?" the poster writes in the clip. "Part cat part ... Maine coon?" she continues in the caption. Dogs and cats can not only live together peacefully, but they can also form a close bond and become the best of friends. However, that is not always the case, animal charity Dog Trust explains on its website. Some cats are nervous around dogs, who sometimes have a predatory drive so strong that it may compromise the welfare of the cat. Usually, when dogs get overly excited around cats and can't be calmed down, it isn't safe for them to live together. A cat and a dog should be introduced slowly and mindfully, starting with scent swapping and then gradually removing physical barriers when you finally know that they are comfortable together, and don't pose a risk to one another. While most dogs can be trained to live with cats, with the help of a specialized animal behaviorist if needed, some dog breeds are more suited for life with a feline than others. Burns Court Veterinary Care explains that because of their friendly manners, dogs like Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, and beagles are the breeds that get along best with cats. Cat breeds that are most likely to accept dogs into their life include Maine coons, rag-dolls, and Siamese. A stock image shows a pit-bull mix looking over his shoulder at the camera. A stock image shows a pit-bull mix looking over his shoulder at the camera. getty images Newsweek reached out to @justopiethings for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case. The video received over 19,000 comments from amused users. One user, Mariahargrove5, commented: "The way his facial expressions show how much he is judging you, just like a cat, is absolute perfection." Jess, the brazillionaire said: "My favorite animals are cats raised by dogs or dogs raised by cats and if you don't agree, you're wrong." T added: "Tell your dog I said pspspspsps," while Sharp Lives said: "10/10 Loaf." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Owner Adopts Kitten, Can't Believe What Happens to Tail 10 Months Later
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A cat owner from the United Kingdom thought her kitty was a little "scrawny" when she first got him, and that his tail would never grow. Ten months later, she can't believe what her kitty has grown into. In a viral TikTok video shared on Wednesday under the username @mainecoonleonard, the poster compares footage of her fur-baby, Leo, now, to when he was a kitten, and the difference is mind-blowing. The first half of the clip shows 14-week-old Leo with a small tail that looks highly unlikely to ever fluff out. However, the second half, shows him now, boasting a tail that is almost bigger than him, and that, according to his owner, "won't stop growing." "He's a little scrawny, I don't think his tail will get that fluffy. Him at 10 months old," reads layover text in the clip. "His tail is bigger than him at this point, it won't stop growing!" a caption reads. The poster, Scarlett Jackson, told Newsweek that Leo, whom they also affectionately call Leonard, weighs 16 pounds already, even though he still has four more years of growing left to do. "His tail is already 16.5 inches long and is so big and fluffy, it shocks me everyday!" Jackson said. The red silver-ticked tabby purebred Maine coon loves going on adventures and exploring the world, traveling in his stroller, and walking on his leash. "He especially loves all the birds and bugs that the world has to offer. He's a little shy at first with strangers but soon shows his sweet, loving personality through his very passionate head butts!" Jackson added. While most domestic cats are fully grown by the time they are 1 year old, this time-frame changes with breeds. The Maine coon, for example, can grow up until 5 years of age, says a Catster article medically reviewed by Dr. Lauren Demos. Maine coons are also a lot bigger than regular cats. Male specimens can weigh up to 25 pounds, while females can reach 15 pounds. They are also around 40 inches long, with a height of up to 16 inches. Screenshots of the viral video show 14-week-old Leo with his small tail lounging on his owner's bed. Screenshots of the viral video show 14-week-old Leo with his small tail lounging on his owner's bed. @mainecoonleonard The video quickly went viral on social media and has so far received over 411,000 views and more than 81,000 likes on the platform. One user, RatStar, commented: "That cat doesn't have a tail. The tail has a cat." Emoseal posted: "Whoa that's a feather duster." Siiri added: "My Maine coon also looked so tiny and scrawny as a kid and now she's huge." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
